Mr. James William Hopper Jr. of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on May 9, 2020.

Jim was born in Providence, Rhode Island on September 23, 1947 to James William Hopper Sr. and Charlotte June Schwartz Hopper. Although he resided in Hendersonville, Jim continued to support the Providence Friars basketball team. He was an avid golfer. He enjoyed music, often going to the Grand Ole Opry and other venues with his wife. Jim was a member of Harmony Lodge #9 F.&A.M. in Cranston, Rhode Island. He was a member of Glendale Baptist Church in Nashville, Tennessee. Most importantly, he was a husband, a father, a brother, an uncle and a friend.

Jim is survived by his wife, Wanda Perry Hopper, his daughter, Christine (Jason) Larue and his stepsons, Sean (Shannon) and Jimmy (Megan) Waldron. He is survived by his grandchildren, Colin and Aiden Larue, Chloe, Joey, Brady and Dustin Waldron. He is survived by his brothers, Walter (Ruth) and Dennis (Linda) Hopper, and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his four-legged friend, his best buddy, Cajun. These two would visit nursing homes, spreading good cheer.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents and a grandson, Michael Thomas Waldron.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Monday, May 18, 2020 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Hendersonville Funeral Home. A private Celebration of Life will be held with a private interment to follow at Hendersonville Memory Gardens. Pastor Amy Mears will be presiding. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation or the Acadiana Animal Aid.

Wanda and family,
So very sorry for your loss. Both Tony and I have fond memories of our years camping alongside you and Jim. We always had fun with the gang up there. I hope God grants you comfort and peace at this sad time. Prayers for you and your family. May he rest in peace.
Judy and Tony Vieira

Jim, was a wonderful friend and neighbor I got to know him and Wanda very well along with Cajun. I loved going outside and seeing Jim walking Cajun and talking to him about life and family. I was very sad when they moved away. Ed, Sophia and myself will miss him dearly. Wanda if you need us we are just a phone call away…… so sorry for your loss.

Wanda: Words cannot begin to express our deepest and heartfelt sympathy on the loss of our friend and family member, Jim. He was truly one of a kind and could bring a smile and sunshine to anyone’s day. He made us laugh, but also had a big heart and listened when we spoke about serious matters too. We will miss him dearly, and we will always be here for you and your family, as we go along our life’s journey together. Prayers and love are being sent to you, and know you are in our thoughts and Jim is forever in our hearts.
Love, Donna, Kelli, Jon, Cynthia and Mike and girls, and Michael and Heidi

Wanda and family,
We are so sorry for your loss!. Anthony was telling me Jim had taught him a lot while at the bank and he is very grateful and will never forget it. Although I was in Jim’s company maybe once or twice I’ll never forget all the stories you have told about him! while we were at Garelick! Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers! Again so sorry for your loss.
Love, Anthony and Cheryl Nassaney

I am so sorry for Jim’s illness and quick passing. I have just recently gotten to know Jim and Wanda and hate that I couldn’t have gotten to know him better. Sending my deepest condolences to his family!